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Early in the Morning

Ramsey Lewis · 1960

28 min · 10 tracks · jazz fusion · jazz-funk

A vibrant blend of jazz and pop, underscored by Ramsey Lewis's masterful piano and soulful arrangements.

Early in the Morning is an album by Ramsey Lewis, released in 1960. A vibrant blend of jazz and pop, underscored by Ramsey Lewis's masterful piano and soulful arrangements. 'Early in the Morning' received critical acclaim for its innovative melding of jazz and popular music elements. The album contributed to Lewis’s rise on the charts, helping to pave the way for subsequent crossover successes in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Early in the Morning sound like?

A vibrant blend of jazz and pop, underscored by Ramsey Lewis's masterful piano and soulful arrangements. Rooted in jazz fusion and jazz-funk.

What makes Early in the Morning by Ramsey Lewis notable?

'Early in the Morning' received critical acclaim for its innovative melding of jazz and popular music elements. The album contributed to Lewis’s rise on the charts, helping to pave the way for subsequent crossover successes in the genre. Released in 1960, 'Early in the Morning' marked Ramsey Lewis's third album, showcasing his growing prominence in the jazz scene. This album followed his breakthrough success with 'Ramsey Lewis and the Gentlemen of Swing' and solidified his reputation as a leading artist in jazz-pop fusion.

How many songs are on Early in the Morning?

Early in the Morning has 10 tracks, running approximately 28 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·28:45

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Early in the Morning Standout 2:56
  • 2 Don't Explain 3:10
  • 3 So Long 3:25
  • 4 Good Morning, Heartache Standout 3:15
  • 5 Trouble Is a Man 2:42
  • 6 I Ain't Got Nothing but the Blues Standout 2:20
  • 7 Baby Don't You Cry 2:13
  • 8 Rocks in My Bed 2:42
  • 9 I'm Just a Lucky So & So 3:02
  • 10 I Almost Lost My Mind 3:00

Release Date

January 1, 1960

Genre

jazz fusion, jazz-funk

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

28 min 45 sec